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Peru: Fishing sector expanded 151% in April 2018

Peru's fishing sector saw a 151% rise —in terms of volume— in April 2018 from the same month last year, Production Minister Raul Perez-Reyes informed Thursday.

According to the cabinet member, this growth was mainly underpinned by greater anchovy catches destined for fish meal and oil production.

The increase in the unloading of species for direct human consumption —especially those aimed at the canning and freezing industries— such as giant squid, anchovy, mackerel, prawn, and tuna also contributed to the expansion.

It must be noted Peru's north-central regions saw the largest number of anchovy landings.